Thanks, Mary Beth. Traditionally, these drinks were/are served very cold in silver cups---tall ones, and some do contain Bourbon or other alcohol...not sure what other types. Lotsa sugar in this though. Cheers, too!kk #6229097

I love this!!! Such a unique and captivating image--a definite winner in my book. Fantastic capture and b&w conversion, KK! By the way, I went to college in New Orleans and in that whole time, I don't think I ever had a mint julep! I did have a few Pimm's cups at the Napoleon House, though. :) #6235189

This is a terrific photo! You should enter it in www.jpgmag.com under the "Faith" theme. You could win $100 and get it published in the magazine. Let me know if you do, and I'll vote for you there! #6280831

Your photograph of the Nuns is truly a Finalist Winner, but also a tribute to both your skill and N'Awlins. Bet if you donated a print to the Catholic Diocese 'anonymously', 3 Nuns will include you in their prayers that you didn't show their faces! CONGRATULATIONS!#6349549

I have been working late into the day, and this is the first I have been here to read all of your wonderfully kind comments. Thank you with all my heart. I feel like I just won an Oscar! Blessings to all!KK #6367772

Thanks Evy and Dee! I am having a breather this afternoon from work, so I can be more personal in my replies.It is thanks to Dee that I have a lot of things, and to you, Dee - a true winner yourself, I send a lot of love and hugs. KK #6371583

Good girl, Sarah!!!! :-) Most do here!I am on my way in a day out of New Orleans thanks to Gustav which is to become a Category 3 hurricane probably in a few days and likely come close or right on top of our city. This hurricane evacuation stuff is for the birds, but I am ok about it really except for the road rage I got as I neared the totally full drugstore lot to try to get my RX I need before I go. I will try again tomorrow and maybe camp outside til they open..........LOL not really. Thanks again so much, Sarah, and make a "Sarah julep" for me, too!kk #6382858

Kathleen, I just got back from vacation and saw your fantastic first place win. Congratulations, it is a wonderful image. I hope all is well with you and you can return to New Orleans as soon as possible. #6401600

HEY K.K.! Just got back home to OKC - had to evac my daughter from Tulane - and saw your big winner! I didn't know you had returned to the Big Easy, but am so happy you did. I was enjoying some vacation time and the spectacle that is Southern Decadence when Gustav spoiled the party (I do not participate in S.D., of course, I don't play for that team:) But Gustav was a surprise none the less. My kid will return to Tulane on Sept. 8th if all goes as planned.

I love this shot - my husband and I had just trekked past that very spot last week! So happy you've garnered yet another well deserved honor. My best to you!!!

Yes, Terrill, I had planned to drop in on Southern Decadence, but I had to evacuate before that. Talk about a parade worth photographing, but not showing on bp --LOLOL, being rained on! I think missing that photo op upset me the most. Next time you come to New O, and I know you will as your "kid" is in Tulane, give me a heads up. I would love to meet/shoot with you if you have time. My very best to you, too! kk #6402329

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French Quarter Fest in New Orleans is visited by just about everyone! Including nuns who are seen here next to a mint julep sign. PS, bw, layers, filters, etc. By the way juleps can be made with and without alcohol. So here is a recipe for Ginger Mint Juleps:8 oz. ginger ale, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 1 tsp lime juice, 1 dash bitters garnish (optional-has alcohol in it), served with fresh mint sprig. Also, some people put bourbon in them.

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